Themes for me this year: Removing clutter in order to focus. Going small to be able to see. Downsizing schedule and scope to allow more spiritual space. Having a tiny Christmas. In the quiet space of this morning, I remembered an infant's touch. Isn't it amazing how from the minute a baby is born they know how to… Continue reading Barely There
Right now I'm looking at a vintage manger scene I have. It is about 4 inches tall and has just three figures in it, a camel, Joseph and Mary holding the baby. The baby is about 1/4th of an inch long. It is the only decoration I have in the room. I cannot tell you… Continue reading A Tiny Christmas
I'd just like to say "whew" now that the intense frenzy of the holidays is behind us. This year seemed especially full (in a good way) of decorating; family and friends gatherings; gift exchanges of all kinds; two out-of-town college graduation celebrations; 17 church services in 10 days (I'm not even kidding); welcoming our college… Continue reading The Gift of Normal
A couple of nights ago, it was cold and rainy here...and dark too. Our family was snuggled up by the fire watching a Christmas special and making our holiday to-do lists. Actually, it was more like a to-do chart. Our doorbell rang and we looked at each other, startled. It seemed too late for our… Continue reading Light in the Darkness
I have a friend who has taught me about joy. She's shown me that God gives us joy when we least expect it; often despite our circumstances. Because she loves joy so much, she's incredibly easy to buy for. Anything with the word joy on it delights her. This year for Christmas I bought her… Continue reading Joy!
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